Instructor, Chemistry

Job Title

Instructor, Chemistry

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

College of Science - Physical and Environmental Sciences

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

The Chemistry Program at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi invites applications for a 9-month, non-tenure track Instructor of Chemistry to begin Fall 2026. This is a renewable position, subject to performance and departmental needs. The major responsibility of this position will be to teach undergraduate courses, primarily Organic and General Chemistry. In addition, the faculty hire may be expected to coordinate undergraduate chemistry teaching laboratories, supervise teaching assistants and oversee curriculum reform efforts. The successful candidate would ideally have significant experience and/or a demonstrated interest in improving chemistry undergraduate curricula (Organic and General Chemistry).

Department

The Chemistry Program is part of the Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences (PENS). It offers both undergraduate and graduate (M.S.) degrees in chemistry. In the fall of 2026, the program will become a separate department, known as the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry.

About University

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a vibrant, Hispanic and Minority Serving R2 Doctoral Research Institution with a solid academic reputation, renowned faculty, and highly rated degree programs since 1947. The University has a heritage of teaching excellence with innovation in research and community engagement as part of the distinguished Texas A&M System. TAMU-CC is the only university in the nation located on its own island, in the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast.

Required Qualifications:   

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Chemistry or closely related field.

• Advanced ABD candidates will be considered; the degree must be conferred by the time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching undergraduate chemistry courses.

• Experience in management of undergraduate laboratory courses.

• Commitment to fostering a collaborative academic community.

TO APPLY: https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/careers/index

To be considered for the position, all required documentation must be submitted. 

A completed application will include:

• A cover letter addressing qualifications listed above.

• A current curriculum vitae

• Copies of unofficial transcripts of graduate coursework.

• Three (3) professional references including name, address, title, telephone number, and email addresses.

Application deadline: Wednesday, January 10th, 2026

Position start date: August 2026

For questions about the position, contact Dr. James Silliman, Search Chair, via email at james.silliman@tamucc.edu.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.